A number of innovative airline services are challenging the conventional wisdom that suggests in-flight entertainment isn't all that it could be. Whether you are looking for a high-tech blanket that changes color based on your level of relaxation or next level in-flight entertainment, there are various airlines that are raising the bar for such luxurious services.
Various airlines are taking note of recent discoveries regarding the power of sensory-driven experiences, a great example of which is the British Airways initiative that saw the pairing of the airline's in-flight meals with unique musical soundtracks that highlighting certain flavors and textures.
Additionally, the emerging market for wearable technology has seen the integration of beacon systems into the travel experience, making it easy for individuals to find out information about the airport they are traveling through while exiting the plane.
As consumers are continually pursuing experiences over products, there is plenty of room for airlines to build a loyal customer base based on unique in-flight amenities.
30 Innovative Airline Services
From Personalized In-Flight Magazines to Android-Powered Airlines:
Rebecca Byers — Jun 24, 2015 — Autos
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Luxe Airline Accommodations
A Singapore Airlines Suites Class Flight Will Cost You $18,400
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Illuminated Emotion Blankets
British Airways' Happiness Blanket Reflects a Traveler's Feelings
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Cutting-Edge Economy Seating
COS Cabin Space Concept Provides Comfort and Connection to Passengers
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Bed-Like Airline Seats
Abercrombie & Kent's Jet Seats Recline into a Comfortable Bed on a Plane
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Three Bedroom Airline Cabins
The Residence by Etihad Airways Gives You Tons of Leg Room in the Sky
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Car-Inspired Aircraft Cabins
The Mercedes Benz and Lufthansa Cabin Celebrates German Design
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Sky-High Onesies
The Virgin Atlantic Onesie will Help You Sleep like a Baby on Board
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Luxe Flight Services
The Etihad Residences Class Mimics Expensive Hotel Accomodations
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Virtual Reality Airlines
Qantas and Samsung Collaborate to Offer Virtual Reality in the Air
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App-Powered Airline Services
These Customizable Seats Let Business Class Flyers Get the Best
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Family Flying Cabins
Thomson Airways Aims to Make Family Travel More Comfortable
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Wristwatch Boarding Passes
The Sony SmartWatch 2 Can Function as a Wearable Boarding Pass
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Compartmentalized Airline Cabins
Korean Air's Prestige Suites Feature More Space and Privacy
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Wristworn Travel Apps
easyJet's Mobile Travel App Caters to Apple Watch Users
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In-Flight Business Classes
You Can Be Mentored at 10,000 Feet in the Delta Innovation Class
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In-Flight Meditation Programs
British Airways Aims to Mindfully Improve Passenger Well-Being
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Android-Powered Airlines
Norwegian Launches an Android-Powered in-Flight Entertainment System
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Augmented Reality Commuter Screens
The Seat Back Entertainment on Glasgow Shuttle Buses is Hi-Tech
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In-Flight Musical Meal Pairing
British Airwaves Curated a Flavor-Boosting Playlist to Go With Food
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Beacon Airport Assistance
British Airways Implements Beacon Technologies in Heathrow Airport
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In-Flight Entertainment Apps
Delta Airlines Created Its Own Free Video Streaming Service
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Travel Upgrade Games
Air France's Airline Marketing Stunt Had Travelers Compete for Better Seats
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Personalized Inflight Magazines
TAM Airlines Created Customized Reading Material for Travelers
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Improved In-Flight Entertainment
Virgin America Will Install Surround Sound on Planes Via Dysonics
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In-Flight Childcare Services
Etihad Airways Flying Nannies Make It Easier for Parents to Fly
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Heartwarming Headrest Messages
KLM's Cover Greetings Surprises Passengers with Personalized Notes
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In-Flight Connectivity Upgrades
AT&T is Bringing 4G LTE to Commercial Planes Starting Late 2015
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Boring Airplane Movies
British Airways Will Offer a 7 Hour Long In-Flight Film of a Train Ride
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Intuitive In-Fight Entertainment
This Smart Screen Monitors the Eye Movements of the Viewer
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Airline-Based Creative Platforms
Qatar Airways x Swizz Beatz Launch The Qatar Airways Creative 100
Reimagined Artwork-Based Travel Campaigns
Plaza Premium Group Debuts 'The Art of Travel'
Data-Driven Sports Culture Ads
Air Transat's OOH Campaign Compares and Contrasts Ticket Prices
Telenovela-Inspired Safety Videos
Philippine Airlines Unveiled 'Care That Comes From The Heart’
Shared Charter Scheduling Tools
Revaire App Connects Members With Calendar-Driven Flights
Streamlined Private Jet Apps
Elevate Jet Debuts a Mobile Application to Simplify Booking
Experiential Beauty Campaigns
Heathrow Airport Launched Immersive Beauty Experiences
Fashion-Branded Café Experiences
Vogue Blends Retail with Immersive Hospitality Spaces
Last-Minute Travel Campaigns
easyJet Drop Everything Encourages Spontaneous Trips
Festive In-Flight Experiences
Emirates Offers Seasonal Experience for Travelers
Personalized AI-Powered Travel Apps
Mindtrip is an AI-Powered App for Localized Recommendations
Personalized Travel Wellbeing Platforms
Withu's Trvlwell Offerss Personalized Wellbeing Solutions
Electric Air Taxi Services
Uber Announced Integrations with the Joby Air Taxi Service in Dubai
Next-Gen Business Class Suites
Delta Unveils VantageNOVA Delta One Suite with Premium Features
AI Travel Planning
Mindtrip Turns Tourism Website Content into Personalized Travel Itineraries
Festive Airport Pop-Ups
Urban Outfitters' Club Holiday Pop-Up Entices Gen Z Travelers
Next-Generation First Class Experiences
Airbus Reimagines the First Class Experiences on Planes
Coffee-Themed Airline Experiences
Delta Air Lines and Starbucks Unveiled The In-Air Coffeehouse
Premium Inflight Cuisine
Air France is Expanding Its Michelin-Designed Dining
Offline Mobile Games
Airplane Mode Games Lets Users Play Fun Games Without Internet Access
Airport Retail Media Networks
WHSmith North America Unifies Airport Screens And Audio Advertising
Integrated Travel Wallets
Samsung Wallet Organizes Bookings, Tickets and Itineraries in One Place
Upcycled Aircraft Capsules
Emirates Unveils a New Upcycled Collection Made from Aircraft Interiors
Relaxing Private Jet Experiences
The VistaJet Sleep Program Supports Rest and Recovery in the Air
Replenishing Travel Supplements
Good Flyte's Travel Wellness & Electrolytes Hydrate and Energize
Airline Coffee Partnership Expansions
Grind Expand Partnership with British Airways Premium Cabins
Economy Sleep Seating
United Airlines Relax Row Introduces Bed-Style Seating in Economy
Story-Driven Adventure Tourism
Disney Expands Immersive Guided Travel Across Europe and Asia
Travel Grocery Delivery Services
The Grocery Delivery Airbnb Service Lets Guests Order in Advance
Conversational Travel Booking
Mindtrip Uses AI to Simplify Flight Planning and Checkout
Long-Term Premium Travel Partnerships
Via Carota Craft Cocktails & Blade Enhance Experiences
Aviation Safety Campaigns
Philippine Airlines Debuts PAL Safetynovela Flight Safety Video
refreshing in-flight beverage menus
Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines debut new beverage menus
Retro-Inspired Airline Experiences
Pan Am Journeys by Private Air are From Beyond Capricorn
Luxury Chauffeur Apps
Wheely’s NYC Launch Introduces Concierge-Level Chauffeur Services
Airline Festival Sponsorships
Alaska Airlines is the Official Airline of Coachella and Stagecoach
Luxury Sports Hospitality
The Ritz-Carlton Blends SailGP Access With Experiential Travel Packages
THC-Infused Inflight Drinks
Select Virgin Airlines Flights Now Serve Drippy's THC-Infused Sodas
Business Traveler Wellness Guides
Corporate Traveler Partners with Sweat for a Wellness Guide
Personal Listening Experiences
Spotify Showcases its Consumer-First Approach at Elevate Festival
Entertainment-Powered Retail Experiences
AT&T Brings Toy Story 5 to Interactive Store Activations
Airport Sleep Stations
Airport Dimensions Offers a Quiet Refuge for Travelers Craving Relaxation
AI-Powered Beauty Discovery Platforms
MyLondonBeauty Debuts Mobile Applications & an AI Assistant
Loyalty-Focused Collaborative Initiatives
United Airlines and Instacart Join Forces
Luxury Experiential Rail Travel
Napa Valley Wine Train Combines Gourmet Dining and Winery Visits
TV Series-Inspired Airline Dining
United Airlines & Chef's Table Boast Exclusive Inflight Meals
Airline Loyalty Program Revamps
British Airways Elevates Loyalty with The British Airways Club
Collectible Amenity Kits
British Airways Launched a New Range of Business Class Amenity Kits
Generative AI-Powered Mobility Technologies
LG Electronics Will Debut Its AI Cabin Platform at CES
Airline Coffee Partnerships
Air New Zealand Teams Up with Coffee Supreme to Debut a Coffee Blend
Collaborative Airline Dining Menus
Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines Debut Seasonal Dining Selections
Coffee-Centric In-Flight Experiences
Delta and Starbucks Introduce an In-Air Coffeehouse
Lie-Flat Economy Seats
The United Relax Row Transforms into a Couch for More Comfortable Travel
Super App Travel Features
Uber Added Hotel Bookings & Travel Tools at Its Go-Get Product Event
Flexible Flight Payment Partnerships
Klarna and Qatar Airways Announced a New Partnership
Cross-Platform Loyalty Programs
WestJet and Petro-Canada Link Travel and Fuel Rewards
Airline Arena Partnerships
JetBlue Landing Debuted as the Panthers' New Fan Destination at Amerant
AI Fan Experience Apps
Ferrari Uses Generative AI for Race Insights and Fan Interaction
Cheesy Airline Snack Expansions
Delta Introduces Cheeze-It's on Board All of its Plane Snack Carts
Premium Commercial Airlines
Magnifica Air's Premium Air-Travel Experience is Akin to a Private Jet
Anime Airline Partnerships
Delta Air Lines and Crunchyroll Bring 2,000 Titles to Travelers
Subway Cabin Makeovers
British Airways NYC Subway Turns Commute into an In-Flight Experience
Luxury Aircraft Acquisitions
Elevate Jet Acquires a VIP Configured Boeing 757 Airliners
Integrated Travel Wellness
Fairmont’s 'Wellness Without Walls' Brings Flexible Routines to Travel
AI-Powered Travel Booking
12Go Enables Real-Time Transport Search and Booking via ChatGPT
New Tech Product Announcements
Apple Unveiled New Products at a Recent Event
Inflight Sleep Pods
Air New Zealand's Skynest Provides Space to Spread Out on Long-Haul Flights
Conversational Flight Bookings
The Virgin Atlantic App in ChatGPT Simplifies Discovery & Planning
Curated Luxury Travel Packages
The easyJet Holidays Luxury Collection Offers Five-Star Experiences
Personalized Neuroaesthetic Experiences
113 Spring's Emergence Service Supports Creative Expansion
AI Travel Search Tools
Airbnb Tests AI Search To Let Guests Describe Trips Naturally
Airline Loyalty Program Expansions
Flying Blue Launches a Status Equivalency Offer
Premium Airline Bedding Kits
NewTerritory Designs an Exclusive Bedding Kit for Aeroméxico
Ultra-Connected Aircraft Ecosystems
Airbus Has Developed the Connected Aircraft Ecosystem
Accessible Train Upgrades
Journey Beyond Rail Implements a Range of Accessible Provisions
Haute Hotel-Branded Travel Experiences
The Latest Four Seasons Private Jet Experience is Luxe
Customizable Ramen Libraries
Korean Air's New Prestige East Lounge Has an Extensive Ramen Library
Lie-Flat Night Bus Seats
Twiliner Reimagines European Night Travel with Hotel-Grade Sleeping Seats
Plane-Compatible AI Catering Systems
Airbus Has Developed Smart Catering to Enhance Convenience
AI-Native Airline Collaborations
Riyadh Air and IBM Are Embedding AI Into Airline Operations
Upgraded Airlines Mobile Apps
United Airlines Adds Connecting Flight-Centric Feature to Its App
Device-Optimized App Experiences
Spotify Launches a Redesigned Tablet UI
Cross-Industry Loyalty Ecosystems
oneworld and Taj Connect Airline and Hotel Rewards
In-Air Wine Tastings
The Magellan Jets Journeys Program Reflects Private Clients' Passions
Ultra-Efficient Hybrid Airplanes
This Hybrid Aircraft Concept from Electra Handles 100 Passengers
Interactive Live Shows
Cirque du Soleil's Interactive Experience Offers Multi-Device Exploration
Signature Cocktail Programs
Qatar Airways Launches Its Lorenzo Antinori Menu
Private Class Air Services
Magnifica Air is a New Aviation Venture, Coming in 2027
Centennial‑Inspired Airline Menus
American Airlines' Themed Menu Offers a Taste of the 20s
Inflight Oat Milk Cream Liqueurs
JetBlue and Oatrageous are Bringing Dairy-Free Liqueur to Flights
Modular Airline Trays
System Tray Reorganises Airline Meal Service Through Detachable Components
Airline Wi-Fi Advancements
Qatar Airways Install Starlink on its Boeing 787-8 Aircraft
Premium In-Flight Beverage Services
Singapore Airlines Has Partnered with Longbottom & Co.
Collectible Baggage Allowance Stickers
Let It Fly Rewards Travelers for Buying Cultural Items
Retail Beverage Experiences
The Paper Store Uses Custom Drink Stations to Boost Engagement
In-Flight Wi-Fi Services
China Airlines Makes a Significant Advancement in Passenger Connectivity
Traveler-Focused Accessibility Resources
The Chicago Department of Aviation Emphasizes Inclusion
Accessible Plane Cabin Solutions
Diehl Aviation Debuts Innovations at the Aircraft Interiors Expo
Hawaii-Themed Onboard Dining Programs
Hawaiian Airlines Boasts a Chef-Approved Dining Program
Luxury Beauty Destinations
A Niche Beauty Destination Offers Premium Services
Instant Trip Planning
Airial Travel Turns Social Inspiration Into Ready-To-Use Travel Plans
Destination-Branded Transportation
Themed Taxis Promote Scottish Travel During Major Soccer Events
Experiential Trade Shows
Wines Experience Reinvents Industry Networking in London
High-Performance Travel Seating
Departures Seating is a New System for Airport Gates & Terminals
Mixed-ABV Inflight Cocktails
Air France and Matthias Giroud Crafted Recipes for La Première Guests
Retail-Style Hotel Commerce
Aven Hospitality Embeds E-Commerce Features into Hotel Journeys
3D Airline Map Platforms
Panasonic Avionics Corporation Transforms the Flight Tracking Experience
Wheelchair-Compatible Cabin Concepts
Airbus Has Introduced the Airspace U Suite
Complimentary Airplane WiFi Partnerships
British Airways and Starlink Partnered to Offer Free WiFi
Aerial AI Concierge Apps
This Voice-Activated Service Will Assist Virgin Atlantic Passengers
No-Neighbor Airline Seats
TAP Economy Prime is a New Long-Haul Cabin with More Space & Privacy
AI-Powered Travel Discovery
Amap Uses AI Rankings to Guide Singapore Visitors
Inflight Dining Menus
Jetblue Mint Tapped Kent Hospitality Group and More for Its Onboard Menus
Travel-Focused Accessibility Platforms
Smartvel's TravelAble Seeks to Consolidate Travel Info
AI-Powered Superapps
Grab Introduces AI Features That Simplify Decisions and Automate Daily Tasks
Convenience-Focused Vacation Bundles
Southwest Airlines Debuts Getaways by Southwest
Personalized Travel Planning
Globe Tales Delivers Travel Tips, Tools, and Curated Recommendations
Free Interpretation Services
The Birmingham Airport Authority Partners with Aira
Fresh Meal-Focused Flight Experiences
United Airlines Expands Access to Fresh Meals on Flights
Concierge Luggage Services
Ship&Play Brings White-Glove Luggage Delivery to Signature Advisors
Interactive Traveler-Focused Campaigns
Tessan Will Spotlight the 100 Travelers Campaign
Premium Travel Access
Wingle Pass Offers Elite Airline Benefits Without Airline Status
In-Flight Flexible Payment Systems
Klarna is Powering Lufthansa as Its Flexible Payments Provider
Points-Powered Sports Travel
point.me Helps Fans Use Rewards for World Cup Travel and Tickets
Cloud-Based Airport Platforms
International Airports are Implementing Integrated Digital Systems
Free Inflight Wi-Fi Perks
American Airlines Adds Sponsored High Speed Wi Fi Access
Sponsored In-Flight Wi Fi Perks
American Airlines Offers AT&T Sponsored Free High Speed Wi Fi
In-App Air Travel Trackers
United Airlines Adds a TSA Wait Time Tracker in Its App
Shared Tracker Tag Features
Google Lets Airlines Use Find Hub Links with Android Users
Simulated Air Travel Experiences
MIA, Delta and LATAM Organized a Air Travel Simulation Event
Branded Inflight Cookie Packs
JetBlue Adds Legally Addictive Foods' Original Cookies to Flights
Satellite Wi-Fi Flights
Delta Partners with Amazon Leo to Deliver Fast, Free Satellite Wi-Fi
Destination-Driven Luxury Dining
Seabourn Introduced Alaska-Inspired Culinary Cruise Experiences
Convenience-Focused Transportation Apps
MBTA Debuts an App for Paratransit RIDE Customers
A-Lister Vacation Getaways
Trainline x Deuxmoi Partner for Celebrity-Inspired European Itineraries
Award Flight Searches
Award Travel Finder Surfaces Airline Reward Seat Availability
All-In-One Travel Companions
Saathi App Streamlines Planning, Expenses, And Shared Travel Plans
Customer-Centric Airline Upgrades
Hawaiian Airlines Unveils Kahuʻewai Plan For Holistic Travel
In-Flight Explorer Apps
Flight Compass Tracks Flights, Landmarks, and Countries While Flying